precede
/prɪˈsiːd/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #6657 in the learning path
先于；在……之前发生
Definitions
v. to happen or exist before something else
先于；在……之前发生
v. to go in front of someone or something
走在……前面
Example
A short welcome speech will precede the evening meal.
晚餐前会有一段简短的欢迎致辞。
Thorough environmental assessments should precede major construction projects to identify potential risks to local ecosystems.
大型建设项目启动前应进行全面的环境评估，以识别对当地生态系统的潜在风险。
Collocations
- immediately precede
- precede the introduction of
- be preceded by
Word family
- preceding (adj.)
- precedence (n.)
Synonyms
- come before
Antonyms
- follow
Usage tip
precede 指先于；proceed 指继续进行。
FAQ
- What does precede mean?
- to happen or exist before something else to go in front of someone or something
- How is precede pronounced?
- UK /prɪˈsiːd/, US /prɪˈsiːd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
